Maintenance Supervisor
The Palmer Group · thepalmergroup.com
AnkenyOn-siteLead / Manager5–7 yrs
The job in short
Maintenance supervisor leading third-shift plant maintenance at a food manufacturing facility.
InsuranceCompliance
Details
- Found
- 9 d ago · posted 2026-07-21
- Location as listed
- Ankeny, Iowa
- Role
- Technician (general)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Step into a pivotal leadership role that puts you at the heart of our client's manufacturing operations! As the Maintenance Supervisor, you'll be the driving force behind keeping our client's Yadkinville, NC facility running smoothly and safely during the third shift. This is your chance to lead a talented team, tackle challenging projects, and make a tangible impact on the production process. With opportunities to improve efficiency, champion safety standards, and innovate maintenance strategies, this role offers the perfect blend of leadership, technical expertise, and hands-on problem-solving.
Work Model:
• On-Site
What You Will Do:
• Supervise and coordinate all maintenance activities during the 3rd shift to ensure continuous and efficient plant operations
• Manage and lead the maintenance team, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations to promote a high-performing workforce
• Oversee and direct all capital projects at the Yadkinville facility, ensuring timely completion within budget and safety standards
• Develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive preventive maintenance program to reduce downtime and extend equipment lifespan
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with safety protocols, GMP, and food safety standards, fostering a safe and clean work environment
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities, packaging equipment, refrigeration units, and landscaping to identify issues and coordinate prompt repairs
• Collaborate with production departments to analyze and optimize machinery and process efficiency, implementing improvements as needed
• Manage and control maintenance inventory and spare parts to ensure readiness for emergencies and routine repairs
What You Will Need to Be Successful:
• 5 to 7 years of hands-on experience in engineering and maintenance, including at least 4 years in a supervisory capacity
• Proven expertise in maintaining and improving production equipment, facilities, refrigeration, packaging machinery, and landscaping
• Experience with food safety initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Knowledge of food safety programs and ability to lead food safety and quality compliance efforts
Benefits Overview:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Marlyn Kurtovic at (515) 225-7000 or email [email protected].
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